The Mead Infant and Nursery School
88%
Capacity
303
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The Mead Infant and Nursery School
The Mead Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Epsom and Ewell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 303 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 344 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Mead Infant and Nursery School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Tracy Creasey, it falls under Surrey local authority.
The Mead Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 72 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Mead Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Epsom and Ewell, The Mead Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Newbury Gardens, Epsom, Epsom and Ewell, KT19 0QG |
| Headteacher | Tracy Creasey |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 303 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.1% |
| School Capacity | 303 / 344 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Newbury Gardens, Epsom
Epsom and Ewell, KT19 0QG
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